Status:
valid
Authors:
Mulyan. & Ridsdale
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 12: 101 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336221
Common Names
- Hypobathrum bangueyense
- Bangueyense Hypobathrum
- Bangueyense Hypobathrum
Description
Hypobathrum bangueyense (also called Banguey Hypobathrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hypobathrum bangueyense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat headaches and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypobathrum bangueyense has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. Its seedlings have dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypobathrum bangueyense is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Hypobathrum bangueyense
Hypobathrum bangueyense can be found in the tropical rainforests of Thailand.
Hypobathrum bangueyense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypobathrum bangueyense?
Hypobathrum bangueyense
What is the family of Hypobathrum bangueyense?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Hypobathrum bangueyense?
Banguey Hypobathrum
Species in the Hypobathrum genus
Hypobathrum brevipes,
Hypobathrum frutescens,
Hypobathrum hoaense,
Hypobathrum longifolium,
Hypobathrum microcarpum,
Hypobathrum parviflorum,
Hypobathrum racemosum,
Hypobathrum salicinum,
Hypobathrum venulosum,
Hypobathrum bangueyense,
Hypobathrum caudifolium,
Hypobathrum collinum,
Hypobathrum coniferum,
Hypobathrum coniocarpum,
Hypobathrum ellipticifolium,
Hypobathrum glaberrimum,
Hypobathrum glabrum,
Hypobathrum gracile,
Hypobathrum hirtum,
Hypobathrum lancifolium,
Hypobathrum lithophilum,
Hypobathrum palustre,
Hypobathrum rheophyticum,
Hypobathrum riparium,
Hypobathrum rufidulum,
Hypobathrum sampitense,
Hypobathrum subulatum,
Hypobathrum purpuricarpum,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
Tri Mulyaningsih: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mulyan.' in the authors string.